Beyond Breathing
Beyond Breathing: The podcast for everyone who breathes and sleeps!
Get ready to breathe well, sleep well and live well!
In each episode, we'll be joined by expert medical professionals, sleep specialists, wellness coaches, and individuals who have conquered their sleep struggles (adults and kids). We'll dive into the science of sleep and breathing and its impact on our health, we will explore sleep technology and uncover practical tips and techniques to enhance your sleep quality, your mood and overall health and wellness.
We're on a mission to empower you with knowledge, inspire positive change, and ultimately help you embrace a healthier life.
Our first episode is just around the corner so stay tuned for more empowering conversations. Let's start this incredible voyage, one breath at a time.
Thank you, Sierra Sleep, Airway and Wellness Center in Reno, Nevada for sponsoring this journey!
Episodes
79 episodes
Running on Empty: Sleep Apnea and Exercise
Have you ever tried to start working out again—only to find that your body feels like it’s fighting against you? You’re motivated, you’re showing up, but every step feels heavier than it should… and no matter how many hours you sleep, you ...
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14:49
Sleep Posture: Neck, Sleep and Airway
How you sleep can change how you live. In this episode, Lancette dives into the powerful connection between sleep posture, breathing, and whole-body health. From back and side sleeping to airway alignment and...
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Season 3
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Episode 51
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11:19
The Power of the Dental Hygienist: Prevention, Airway, and Whole-Body Health
Welcome back to Beyond Breathing, the podcast for everyone who breathes, sleeps, and believes that prevention is the future of healthcare. I’m your host, Lancette VanGuilder, and today, we’re diving into a topic that is res...
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Season 3
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Episode 50
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11:19
“Sleep, Stress, and the Silent Epidemic”
Discover how sleep and stress form a powerful loop—and how annual sleep testing for children (age 2+) and adults can break it. Learn practical strategies to improve sleep quality, lower stress, and protect long-term health.Sle...
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Season 3
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Episode 49
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9:24
Mapping the Microbiome: The Mouth–Sleep Connection
In this powerful episode of Beyond Breathing, host Lancette VanGuilder takes you on a deep dive into the fascinating world of the microbiome—your mouth’s hidden ecosystem—and how it shapes your gums, your gut, your br...
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Season 3
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Episode 48
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11:16
Lip Service or Lip Seal? Can Cosmetic Enhancements Sabotage Sleep?
In this episode of Beyond Breathing, host Lancette VanGuilder explores a critical, often-overlooked topic at the intersection of aesthetics and function. Botox and lip fillers promise beauty on the outside—but are they quietly c...
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Season 3
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9:44
Cortisol Cocktail: You can't sip your way out of a bad airway
The Cortisol Cocktail: Breathing, Sleep, and LongevityBeyond Breathing Podcast Host: Lancette Sponsor: Sierra Sleep, Airway and Wellness Center - Reno, NevadaEpisode OverviewThis episode d...
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18:28
Humming for Health: A Simple Sound Can Transform Sleep & Breathing
Welcome back to Beyond Breathing, the podcast for everyone who breathes and sleeps. I’m your host, Lancette VanGuilder. Today we’re exploring one of the simplest, most powerful—and surprisingly overlooked—tools for better...
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Season 3
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Episode 45
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9:10
Back to School Sleep
Beyond Breathing – Back-to-School Sleep: The Secret Supply Your Kids Really Need🎒✏️ As the new school year approaches, most parents are thinking about supplies, schedules, and after-school activities. But there’s one cr...
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Season 3
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Episode 44
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9:52
Biological Magic: Morning Sunshine
In today’s episode, we uncover one of the most powerful (and free!) tools for better sleep, better health, and even a better mood and metabolism: morning sunshine. That golden glow isn’t just pretty—it’s biological programming that res...
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Season 3
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Episode 43
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14:03
Better Sleep for a Better Life: Sleep Behaviors and Insomnia
SummaryIn this episode of Beyond Breathing, host Lancette VanGuilder discusses the pervasive issue of insomnia with sleep medicine expert Dr. John Wyma. They explore the symptoms and causes of insomnia, emphasizing the importance of und...
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Season 3
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Episode 42
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40:13
Tinnitus: TMJ, sleep, hearing loss and metabolism
SummaryIn this episode of Beyond Breathing, Lancette VanGuilder delves into the complexities of tinnitus, a condition often misunderstood as merely ringing in the ears. She explores its various causes, including hearing loss, vascular i...
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Season 2
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Episode 41
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38:36
Beyond the Chair: Leaders in healthcare making a difference
SummaryIn this episode of Beyond Breathing, host Lancette VanGuilder engages with Erin Haley-Hitz, President of the American Dental Hygienist Association, to explore the evolving role of healthcare providers as leaders and innovators. T...
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Season 2
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Episode 40
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26:00
The Power of the Pause: Breathe Better, Sleep Deeper, Live Longer
In this episode, we explore the transformative power of the pause—how slowing down, breathing better, and prioritizing rest can radically improve your health, sleep, and longevity. We’ll unpack the science of nasal bre...
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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13:52
Ozempic Mouth, Eyes and Face
In this episode of Beyond Breathing, Lancette VanGuilder explores the effects of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic on facial structure, oral health, and overall wellness. The discussion highlights the interconnectedness of weight loss, facial ...
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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16:50
Top 15 Sleep Trends in 2025
In this episode of Beyond Breathing, Lancette VanGuilder explores the latest trends in sleep and breathing as of June 2025. The conversation covers the importance of sleep and breathing for overall health, new therapies for sleep apnea, advance...
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47:42
AD109: The New Pill for Sleep Apnea
SummaryIn this episode of Beyond Breathing, Lancette VanGuilder discusses the critical issue of sleep apnea, its causes, and the latest treatment options, including a new pill called AD109. The conversation emphasizes the importance of ...
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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17:28
5 surprising facts about sleep apnea
In this episode of Beyond Breathing, Lancette VanGuilder delves into the often misunderstood condition of sleep apnea. She highlights the alarming statistic that 80% of individuals with sleep apnea remain undiagnosed, emphasizing the im...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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28:04
Mental Health Matters: Sleep, breathing and the mind-mouth connection
SummaryIn this episode of Beyond Breathing, Lancette VanGuilder discusses the critical connection between sleep, breathing, and mental health, especially in light of Mental Health Awareness Month. The conversation highlights ala...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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19:51
Breathing Backwards
In this episode of Beyond Breathing, Lancette VanGuilder explores the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern health practices regarding breathing and sleep. The conversation delves into how ancient cultures understood the importance ...
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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13:26
Stem Cells and Sleep-They need each other
SummaryIn this episode of Beyond Breathing, Lancette VanGuilder explores the intersection of stem cells and sleep apnea, discussing how stem cells may revolutionize treatment for this common sleep disorder. The conversation covers the impac...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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20:26
Afib: Heartbeats and Sleep Apnea
SummaryIn this episode of Beyond Breathing, Lancette VanGuilder discusses the critical connection between sleep apnea and atrial fibrillation (AFib). She explains how these two conditions are intertwined and the serious health risks the...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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10:14
What your body is trying to tell you: Untreated sleep apnea, diabetes and poor oral health creates metabolic chaos
SummaryIn this episode of Beyond Breathing, Lancette VanGuilder explores the critical connection between obstructive sleep apnea and type 2 diabetes, discussing how these two conditions often coexist and impact overall health. She empha...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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17:04
Collaboration between healthcare professionals is vital: TMJ and Airway
Green Dentistry: San Francisco Holistic Dentist - Cosmetic - Restorative - General DentistryIn this episode of Beyond Breathing, host Lancette VanGuilder and Dr. Nami Patel discuss the intricate...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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24:37
SleepMaxxing: The Viral Trend Making Sleep Cool Again!
summaryIn this episode of Beyond Breathing, Lancette VanGuilder explores the viral trend of Sleep Maxxing, which focuses on optimizing sleep for better overall health and well-being. The conversation delves into...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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15:36